About

Mission
Libraries Change Lives

Vision

We envision a Tulsa County that

• works together
• where all are knowledgeable
• where everyone is reaching for
his or her full potential

Value Statements

Serving the communityAdventureYour inspiration
Yes!EthicsStewardship
Fun!Intellectual FreedomRespectSafetyTomorrow's leaders

 

Goals

  1. Promote Lifelong Learning and Literacy in all Forms
    Through collections and programs, increase the access by Tulsa residents to the intellectual content of our culture, allowing them to pursue their own learning and interests, and fully engage in our society.
  2. Contribute to Stronger Communities
    Through the further development and deployment of new, 21st century library service models, contribute to the civic and economic development of our communities.
  3. Cultivate Engaged Employees
    Build an irresistible organization by attracting, recruiting, growing and retaining an engaged workforce.

Core Competencies

  1. Manage information
  2. Foster the love of reading
  3. Provide research services
  4. Offer access to information
  5. Bridge the digital divide
  6. Facilitate lifelong learning

PDF Strategic Plan 2017/2018-2020/2021

PDF 2017 Fast Facts Annual Report Companion Piece

PDF 2017 Annual Report

PDF 2016 Annual Report

PDF Facilities Master Plan